Former Liberty County High School standout Raekwon McMillan has made a big decision.

The Ohio State linebacker will forgo his senior year to enter the NFL Draft.

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McMillan, a former five-star prospect, is projected to be taken in the first or second round of the 2017 draft. He announced his decision via social media Wednesday afternoon.

McMillan finished his junior season with a team-best 102 tackles. He also led the Buckeyes in tackles during his sophomore season.

"Exactly three years ago, I was packing my clothes in my room getting ready to begin my journey at The Ohio State University not knowing what was in store for myself, and how many people I would meet and encounter along the way that would make my journey special and unique," McMillan wrote on Twitter.

"First off, I would like to thank God, as he has been my foundation and never left my side through everything at OSU, my family for sacrificing and making sure that I stayed the course every step of the way, the entire Ohio State coaching and support staff for allowing me to become captain and leader of this program. My teammates at OSU, especially the 2014 class that I came in with, because without you guys none of my accomplishments would have come to be. My brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. lots Psi Chapter and the entire NPHC at Ohio State. Everyone around me molded me to become who I am today.

"That is why it was a difficult decision, but I have chosen to forgo my senior season and enter the 2017 NFL Draft. Thank you for the incredible experience. I wish we could have got the job done for you Buckeye Nation."